Origin
Progreso, TX
Morning in Progreso on Monday
Local time
6:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Progreso, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
9h 26m
Distance
514 mi
827 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$79
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 18m
★
6 AM
9h 27m
8 AM
9h 44m
10 AM
9h 32m
12 PM
9h 31m
3 PM
9h 33m
5 PM
9h 43m
8 PM
9h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Progreso, TX
Thomas balabaud
Dallas, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Traveling from Progreso to Dallas covers 537.2 miles across the heart of the Great Plains, a journey that typically takes about 7 hours and 46 minutes of drive time. While it is technically possible to complete this trip in a single day, be prepared for a substantial stint behind the wheel that requires focus and stamina. You should budget approximately $80 for fuel to cover the distance, so plan your gas stops accordingly before setting out. Since the route remains entirely within Texas, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. Whether you prefer to power through in one go or break it up, having a clear plan for your two planned stops will make the transition from the border region to North Texas much more manageable.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
257 miles from Progreso, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a long-distance haul that relies on a mix of local roads like Gonzales and Gonzalez Road, transitioning into the flow of Expressway 83. Because this route involves 0% highway share, you will be navigating through local thoroughfares rather than relying on high-speed interstate cruising. The drive demands your full attention as you navigate these varied road types over the course of nearly 8 hours. You will find that the personality of the road shifts as you move away from Progreso, requiring you to remain adaptable to changing traffic patterns and road conditions. It is a steady, straightforward push northward that offers a practical look at the Texas landscape between these two points.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gonzales is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 9h 26m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 9h 26m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Progreso, TX to Dallas, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzales | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gonzalez Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Expressway 83 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 2 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69C North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Nueces Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| King David Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Gonzales
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Progreso, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on East Palm Avenue
430 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Palm Avenue
2
Turn right
1.1 mi
·
2 min
3
Turn right onto Gonzales
236 ft
·
10 sec
·
Gonzales
4
Continue on Gonzalez Road
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Gonzalez Road
5
Turn left
3.8 mi
·
5 min
6
Turn left onto Expressway 83
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Expressway 83
7
Take the ramp slight left toward I 2 West, US 83 West
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 2 West, US 83 West
8
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
14 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 69C North, US 281: Edinburg
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69C North, US 281: Edinburg
10
Continue straight
22 mi
·
23 min
11
Continue straight
57 mi
·
1 hr
12
Keep slight right
70 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
13
Keep slight left to continue on Nueces Street
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Nueces Street
14
Turn right onto King David Drive
32 mi
·
39 min
·
King David Drive
15
Continue on West Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
16
Keep slight left to continue on East Main Street
233 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Main Street
17
Continue on Helena Road
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Helena Road
18
Turn straight onto State Highway 80
24 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 80
19
Continue on South Nixon Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Nixon Avenue
20
Continue on State Highway 80 North
31 mi
·
35 min
·
State Highway 80 North
21
Continue on US 183
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 183
22
Continue on South Colorado Street
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
South Colorado Street
23
Continue on United States Highway 183
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
United States Highway 183
24
Keep slight left to continue on TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
25
Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway
59 mi
·
54 min
·
Pickle Parkway
26
Keep slight left to continue on I 35 North: Waco
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 35 North: Waco
27
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
65 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
28
Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
29
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
30
Keep slight right to continue on I 35E: Dallas
58 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 35E: Dallas
31
Take the exit slight right toward Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
32
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
33
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Lamar Street
34
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make this 537.2-mile trek as comfortable as possible, try to depart early in the morning to beat potential congestion and maximize daylight hours. Since the trip requires two stops, aim to space them out evenly to keep your energy levels consistent throughout the nearly 8-hour drive. Keep your $80 fuel budget in mind as you monitor your gauge, especially when passing through smaller towns where gas stations might be less frequent. A smart strategy is to identify your two stops ahead of time so you aren't scrambling when you need a break from the wheel. Remember that staying hydrated and taking short walks during those two stops will significantly help you stay alert as you approach your final destination in Dallas.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 257 miles from Progreso, TX, or about 4h 43m into the drive.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 113 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 257 miles or 4h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 257 miles or 4h 43m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Progreso, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
+
Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Progreso, TX
Aim for roughly 257 miles and 4.7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Dallas, TX
Aim for roughly 257 miles and 4.7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 113 miles from Progreso, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 257 mi from Progreso, TX · 4h 43m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
170 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
339 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Austin, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
257 mi · about 4.7h in
A practical overnight split lands near Austin, TX after about 257 miles or 4.7 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 113 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 257 miles from Progreso, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 257 miles or 4.7 hours on the road.
Arriving in Dallas, TX
The final approach into Dallas, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dallas, TX.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Dallas, TX with some flexibility left in the schedule.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$78.52 one way
$157.03 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
180 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $86.04 | $172.09 |
| premium | $4.59 | $92.90 | $185.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $114.19 | $228.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$79
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$209–$319
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 179.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $54 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 154.2 | 1 | $53.97 | $24.67 |
| Efficient EV | 128.5 | 1 | $44.97 | $20.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 205.6 | 2 | $71.96 | $32.90 |
Gas CO2
180 kg
EV CO2
60 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Dallas, TX
Morning in Dallas on Monday
Local time
6:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
9h 26m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Progreso, TX to Dallas, TX covers 514 miles and takes about 9h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gonzales, Gonzalez Road, Expressway 83. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 257 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 257 miles from Progreso, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $78.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 9h 26m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Progreso, TX to Dallas, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Progreso, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Dallas, TX
More trips to Dallas, TX
Explore more options from Progreso, TX or browse trips ending in Dallas, TX.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.
Explore maps for Progreso, TX or Dallas, TX on MapSof.net.